Java Backend Developer

Job Title: Application Programmer III - Java Backend Developer Location: Charlotte, NC Duration: Contract - 11 months Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2) Job ID: 407149 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking an Application Programmer III to join our dynamic team supporting Bank of America's Global Technology division. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java Spring Boot microservices, event-driven architecture, and data movement patterns and a proven ability to deliver robust, compliant services that integrate heterogeneous data sources and meet functional and non-functional requirements. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deliver complex application services using Java Spring Boot and microservices patterns. Implement APIs and integrations with clear, robust, and well-tested interfaces across heterogeneous data sources. Ensure solutions meet functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements including security and reliability. Develop unit and integration tests for REST and GraphQL endpoints, including pagination, retries, and backoff. Build and support data movement pipelines for ETL/ELT, CDC, batch, and near-real-time streaming. Apply enterprise architecture standards that promote consistency, integration, and automation. Collaborate with DevEx stakeholders to improve developer experience, quality, and delivery efficiency. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proficiency in Java with Spring Boot for microservices, plus Python for utilities and SQL for data access. Experience with architectural patterns: microservices, event-driven, REST, batch/stream, idempotency, and backpressure. Hands-on API testing for REST/GraphQL including pagination, retries, and exponential backoff. Knowledge of authentication and authorization flows: OAuth2, JWT, and mTLS; handling rate limits and idempotency. Data movement expertise across ETL/ELT, CDC, near-real-time streaming, and bulk/batch processing. Experience level: 5+ years in application development roles. Preferred Skills: Background in developer experience platforms or enablement within large enterprises. Experience working within governance frameworks and enterprise architecture standards. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects Additional Details Work Arrangement: Onsite required in Charlotte, NC. Start: ASAP hire. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.